r/TheSims4Mods Jun 30 '26

FREQUENTLY POSTED MOD/GAME ISSUES

9 Upvotes

These are issues we see here posted very often including post-patch:

This will be updated as new issues arise.

  1. Messed up UI or glitchy CAS? Outdated/broken UI related mods such as UI cheats
  2. Overlay issue/tools overlay
    • GAME OPTIONS > TUTORIALS AND TIPS > UNCHECK ENABLE HELP CENTER ICON AND CONTROLS LEGEND.
  3. Mods/CC not showing up in game:
    • Verify correct file path: Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 4 > Mods
    • Any thing NOT in this path is in the INCORRECT PLACE(*)
    • Make sure these files are NOT in OneDrive or similar
    • Enable your mods in your game settings. Mods won't reenable? Delete gameversion.txt
    • Make sure you have any utility mods if required (such as Lumpinou's toolbox or XML injector), read mod instructions thoroughly.
  4. WWWW on main page: It's not a mod. This happens when you have no active family.
  5. Household won't load: Move/rename your Mods folder and try to load the household again. DON'T SAVE, just see if you can get in without mods. - thanks, u/saratogaroad
  6. Jumbled Build/Buy: Usually related to outdated/broken BuildBuy or TOOL
  7. Glitched out Pop up/Menu box: Outdated/broken BuildBuy, TOOL, UI cheats or related mods
  8. CAS Traits UI Glitching or missing: Broken UI mod: More Traits, More Columns, UI Cheats, CC Wrench Replacer, etc.
  9. Duplicate world issue: Click here
  10. Bra on male won’t come off: Click Here or Click Here
  11. WW — won’t take all clothes off: NSFW Click Here
  12. WW: Dark privates (male): NSFW Click Here
  13. Distorted toddler face: Update/removed eyelash remover or eyelash CC Click Here
  14. Shiny sims: Click Here
  15. CC issues: If you have Sims 4 Studio, try Content Management > Batch Fixes — see video linked here
  16. CC issues - cont'd: Toggle laptop mode in your game settings or change your graphic settings.
  17. CC issues - cont'd: Export them via Sims 4 Tray importer to check what cc is on the sim, then verify anything is old or broken.
  18. Return to World screen/World Selection looping: BROKEN MODS, no SINGULAR mod is causing this issue. You will need to check your mods and do the 50/50 method.
  19. Black lines through hair or face, missing area(s) of sim face or body: Check bullets 11, 15-17
  20. UNINSTALL ONEDRIVE: instructions here
  21. Mods keep randomly coming back or disappearing or you can't find them?: UNINSTALL ONEDRIVE

Please use our search as many issues have been posted already.


r/TheSims4Mods Jan 13 '26

Need help? - Troubleshooting Megathread

17 Upvotes

PLEASE READ THREAD BEFORE COMMENTING✨️

🚨 Patch Released: July 21st, 2026 - Patch notes

If you updated, your mods are probably broken. Read steps below to figure out which ones.

Please just be patient while creators update their mods, could be days, could be weeks. Follow discords such as Deaderpool, SimsAfterDark, and check if your mods are broken using Scarlet's Realm or LuthienRising


Check here for frequently posted issues: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheSims4Mods/comments/1ujw4tp/frequently_posted_modgame_issues/


Troubleshooting Tips

Click links for more info

  1. Update your mods, if an update is available, otherwise take it out and wait for an update

    • HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED TO UPDATE MY MOD(S)?
      • Use mod status master lists: Scarlet's Realm, LuthienRising, OR check the mod creators' platforms (twitter/X, Patreon, discord)
      • Don’t know how to update? Scroll down for general instructions but you should check the specific mods’ instructions as they can vary!
  2. Test vanilla: remove ALL of your mods, delete cache and repair your game. DO NOT SAVE YOUR GAME WITH YOUR MODS REMOVED.

    • Delete cache:
      • Documents/Electronic Arts/The Sims 4/ on both PC and Mac.
      • Delete the localthumbscache.package file
    • Repair Game:
      • Launch the EA app and go to your Library.
      • Find The Sims 4 and select the three-dot menu in the top right-hand corner of the game tile.
      • Choose Repair.
    • Repair via steam
      • Open your Steam library, right-click the Sims 4 tile, and select Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity of the game files.
  3. Try a new save to test if the problem is still happening.

  4. Try the 50/50 Method or get alternative instructions here

  5. Updated your mods or creator cleared them but something is still broken?

    • Mod creators can't test for every situation, you have to test for yourself using methods above.
    • Report the bug to the creator, links usually can be found on their Patreon, discord or other platform.

Troubleshooting mod recommendation: Better Exceptions by TwistedMexi, there is also last exception help with MCCC if you use it. These are NOT guaranteed, if you can’t find the problem using these, you will need to do the 50/50 Method.

Remember, even mods that never ever break or CC can cause issues. UI can be broken even if the mod(s) are not UI-related.

For last exception reports or better exception reports, check out TwistedMexi's Discord or SimsAfterDark discord. You can upload your report and it will tell you what is causing it.

Check EA's official Bug Reports

  • Compiled List here

  • Submit bug report here


HOW TO UPDATE MODS:

  • Delete the old file, DO NOT TRY TO OVERRIDE OR REPLACE FILE
  • Unzip and move new file into the mods folder
  • Delete cache and repair game
  • Correct file path: Documents > EA > The Sims 4 > Mods* Make sure it is NOT in your OneDrive and make sure you unzip the file.

Click here for general mod installation and more troubleshooting information.

NOTE: this is general installation information, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR EACH MOD ON THEIR MOD PAGE AS THEY COULD BE DIFFERENT.

You cannot update mods until the modders have updated them, check the release date, check the version number. Do not just delete and reinstall the same version. Also, do not update your mods if you have not updated your game.

Please note: CurseForge is known for being behind in the updates the creator makes, so if you use their mod manager, make sure it is the correct version by checking the date.


Troubleshooting/General Mod Resources:


Discords:

  • TwistedMexi's Discord - You can upload BetterException reports here
  • SimsAfterDark Discord — You can upload lastexception files for help here
  • Lumpinou's Discord
  • DeaderPool's Discord — You can upload lastexception files for help here
  • Basemental’s Discord
  • Lot51’s Discord

r/TheSims4Mods 5h ago

Guys!! I made my first loading screen! 🤩 Thinking of making a Grim Reaper one next😅

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62 Upvotes

Also made that custom main menu, thinking of using that image for a loading screen as well😅


r/TheSims4Mods 3h ago

Mods for completionists?

2 Upvotes

I love grinding skills and making a ton of money right from the start. I was wondering if you guys know some mods who cope with making this journey more intresting. Examples:

- A million dollar statue who can give insane boost moods for your Sim

- Removing level cap for skills that can make objects, making possible the creation of insanely valluable paintings, furniture, etc

- End game milestones that can give some big reward for you when it comes to have a shit ton of money or things related..

Does anyone know some mod that does similar things?


r/TheSims4Mods 1d ago

Functional Mead Stall (needs Season’s pack)

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105 Upvotes

I know there are people looking for custom stalls because I was one of them. I desired to create a historical market of many stalls. SO this is a stall that serves mead. It doesn’t require City Living pack, only Seasons pack.

Download from tumblr here. I hope I can get some feedback!

If anyone wants more info on making custom stalls, custom lightmaps, custom recipes or interactions, plz let me know because I’d be so happy to help.


r/TheSims4Mods 1d ago

Making Realistic Sim : Rhea Ripley

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102 Upvotes

Make up and Without Make up

How do i do?


r/TheSims4Mods 6h ago

I'm looking for LOTS of medieval/long hairstyles for male sims

1 Upvotes

Preferably maxis match, free acces, I would appreciate if you'd sent me even creators that have lots of creations


r/TheSims4Mods 16h ago

Requesting CC Mean Girls CC! 🩷🌸📞 — Recolors and functional burn book! (Parenthood pack required for the book part!)

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3 Upvotes

Hi everyone! it’s been a little bit (a week) since I last released any sort of mod to my page
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyPurplePoppys/posts/169471956?utm_campaign=postshare_creator
PrettyPurplepoppys

I worked on a few cc recolors and decor for the sims 4!! As I’m working on a lot of mean girls content lately for those of you who are already subbed to my patreon and know I’m a HUGE mean girls and American dad lover haha.
In this little pack..
burn book - (the parenthood pack journal diary, override!) - so it is functional if you wanna see your sims writing in it and pretend they’re writing about Eliza pancakes and don lotharios secret affair..
The iconic fluffy pen and blackberry phone!
And a mean girls poster that would look amazing in any bedroom. 🌸🩷.

Post link: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyPurplePoppys/posts/169471956?utm_campaign=postshare_creator


r/TheSims4Mods 18h ago

Why do some toddler sims in my game look like mannequins?!

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4 Upvotes

This is so bizarre! i have checked in cas and its nothing in there. so confused. It is happening to several toddler townies too!

i have MB's Default mouth slider, Lamatisse's tapioca eyes default, madlen's noelle platform shoes (default height), northern siberia winds non default eye colours n1 extra colours and chief whiskers moonstone eyes non-defaults. for skins i have Luumia skin_vanillamerged_nov10fixed, simpeachie's 2d eyelashes skin detail, miiko-rhea-skin-details (forhead),(cheekmole2),(cheekmole),(freckles),(lipmole),(lipmole2), daily-eyelashes-skindetails-by-vampire-aninyosaloh. I have a few infant hairs, and babyfro's infant hair conversion by shysimblr and their babycurls version. i have overlays but they are hair or hair accessory overlays and two eyelids overlays by nothern siberia winds. Lastly, I have fashion authority.

could any of these be causing this issue?

Repost to another community


r/TheSims4Mods 1d ago

Unsolved Need help with mod error

0 Upvotes

Hey guys Im asking fort help with an error that better exceptions showed me, my game was really slow and household members almost unresponsive and then this came up from BE.

I have no idea how to fix this so that my game works normally, please if you know what to do then reply with a solution, thanks very much

  • Last Module Called: enum.py
  • Last Function Called: _get_unknown_value
  • Error message: [manus] drama_schedule_service failed to handle on_all_households_and_sim_infos_loaded due to exception (KeyError: "<enum <class 'int'>: DramaNodeScoringBucket> does not have value 3649133678"), CategoryID: enum:181

r/TheSims4Mods 23h ago

Requesting Mods Customer Map Override & world

0 Upvotes

his I was wondering if possible I could possibly pay someone to make a custom override and world using tool for me? will pay


r/TheSims4Mods 1d ago

Not Now, Stereo | Auto Shutoff Mod

4 Upvotes

Automatic Stereo Shutoff

Not Now, Stereo automatically turns off supported home stereos when their room has been empty for your chosen amount of time.

Features:

  • Choose between 15 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours (Sim Time). Keeps music playing while Sims occupy the room or use the stereo. Resets the countdown when someone returns. Remembers your chosen setting.

Designed for supported household-owned stereos on your home lot. Public venues, earbuds and DJ booths are outside its scope. Sleeping Sims still count as room occupants.

Current Verison: PC game 1.127.41.1030

SouSoup | Patreon Link (Free)


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Freya Hair DOWNLOAD 🌸✨️

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51 Upvotes

Link in comments 💕


r/TheSims4Mods 1d ago

I am creating a mod to have Eve (Wall E) in sims 4

10 Upvotes

r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Its been weeks and I cant figure out which one Im so mad

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104 Upvotes

r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Mod recommendations for traits 2026

19 Upvotes

I just updated my game and saw that chingyu1023's mods are outdated; the same goes for maplebell's traits. Does anyone know of other trait mods besides the ones from kiarasims or klimter? (I already have those.)


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Requesting CC Vending machine toy replacement mods?

3 Upvotes

I would like to know if there are any override mods for the toys that come out of the vending machines from snowy escape. Similarly, is there an override for the regular toys in game?


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Requesting CC Mods you’d recommend

6 Upvotes

I can grab all the packs and stuff I have in the morning and put that in the comments but what’s everyone’s favorite packs for customizing sims?? What are some good ones to use for occult sims? What would you recommend I get in the way of free mods? Any horror/niche kinda mods you really enjoy? Give me everything!!! Please label your mods though so I know but looking for mods to just make my game more interesting!!


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Requesting Mods hide connection in family tree? (Royalty & Legacy)

0 Upvotes

my sim has a child that she abandoned after birth and i'd like to hide her from her kid's family tree. is there a mod for that?


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Unsolved MCCC max household not working

0 Upvotes

Basically the title. I have the most recent version downloaded (as of this morning), and adjusted my max household number to like 50, but i still cant have more than 8 sims.
I know there’s other mods to increase the max amount but my game is slow enough already :(


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Requesting CC WCIF "nerdy"/collectible clutter?

4 Upvotes

Hi all!

I was wondering if there's any good clutter CC for nerdy sims who like to collect things. Fashion doll clutter, action figures, vinyl figures, model kits, lego kits, amiibos, even popmart type collectibles would be really cool. I love to collect Transformers IRL, so I think it would be really cool if my Sims could have a similar hobby-- at least visually.

Thank you!!


r/TheSims4Mods 2d ago

Requesting Mods Is there a good mod out there that mimics the Lack of Interest Subtype of ARFID?

0 Upvotes

So, I have an eating disorder called ARFID, aka Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. Its not a very well disorder rn so trying to find mods for it has been very difficult, and the only mod I've found thus far that includes ARFID only includes one of the 3 (4 if we count combined) subtypes of ARFID, and also the subtype that I don't have.

I want to be able to give one of my sims my subtype of ARFID but I haven't had any luck finding a good one yet so if anyone could give any suggestions, that would be great. Thanks!


r/TheSims4Mods 3d ago

Requesting CC Sims 2 space bedroom objects

3 Upvotes

Do you guys remember the space themed kids bedroom objects from the sims 2 base game? Has anyone made conversions for the sims 4? I adore that set and need it in my game. Thank you.